Opportunity

Santa Monica Opengov #127001651

Santa Monica Fire Department Ballistic Helmets and Plate Carrier Procurement

Posted

July 01, 2026

Respond By

July 14, 2026

Identifier

127001651

NAICS

423910

The Santa Monica Fire Department is seeking bids to equip its personnel with advanced ballistic protection gear. - Government Buyer: - Santa Monica Fire Department (City of Santa Monica, Los Angeles County) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - FirstSpear (AAC Frog Plate Carrier) - ArmorBros (Level III 10x12 Rifle Plates) - Paraclete (PTH-IIIA Full Cut and Operator Elite High Cut Helmets) - Team Wendy (EXFIL SL Ballistic High Cut Helmet) - Products/Services Requested: - Approximately 130 complete sets of ballistic helmets and vest systems - FirstSpear AAC Frog Plate Carrier (1 per set) - ArmorBros Level III 10x12 Rifle Plates (2 per vest) - Paraclete PTH-IIIA (Full Cut) helmet (1 per set) - Paraclete Operator Elite (High Cut) helmet (1 per set) - Team Wendy EXFIL SL Ballistic (High Cut) helmet (1 per set) - Additional 20% supply for repairs and upstaffing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All products must be from specified OEMs or equivalent - Vendors must provide warranties and certificates of insurance - Gear is intended for Tactical Firefighter Paramedics, Firefighters, Ambulance Operators, and Overhead Staff - Bids must be submitted electronically via the City’s procurement portal

Description

The Santa Monica Fire Department is seeking qualified vendors to provide complete ballistic helmets and vest systems to support the safety of Tactical Firefighter Paramedics, Firefighters, Ambulance Operators, and Overhead Staff. The project aims to equip approximately 130 members with reliable protective gear suitable for hazardous environments. Additionally, the department requires a 20% supply of extra helmets, plate carriers, and plates for repairs and upstaffing incidents. Bids must be submitted electronically and meet all specified requirements including licensing, insurance, and experience.

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